Former Cricketers Hail Kumar Sangakkara After He Gets Inducted To ICC Hall Of Fame

Former Sri Lankan skipper Kumar Sangakkara was inducted into the ICC Hall Of Fame on day 3 of the ICC World Test Championship final. Former Indian skipper Sunil Gavaskar presented him with the commemorative cap which added another feather into Sangakkara’s list of achievements. The cricketing world congratulated him on his massive achievement which all the more emphasizes his contribution to international cricket.

Meanwhile, former cricketers Brian Lara, Brett Lee, Kevin Pietersen welcomed him into the ICC Hall of Fame. Lara, who is a part of the Star Sports Select Dugout said that Sangakkara prevailed in all conditions and against all attacks, this is what makes him so special as a cricketer. 

Former Cricketers Hail Kumar Sangakkara On His ICC Hall Of Fame Achievement

 “Kumar Sangakkara, unlike many batsmen, prevailed in all conditions, against all bowling attacks around the world. And most importantly, he did it in their backyard, not just his. Kumar Sangakkara on many occasions have amazed me, but the one that stands out the most was his four consecutive centuries in the 2015 ICC World Cup in Australia. That was something to behold. Just out of the world. Congratulations to you Kumar Sangakkara on being inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame. Welcome” said Lara. 

Former Australian pacer Brett Lee who is also a part of the Star Sports team currently also congratulated Kumar Sangakkara. Lee said that the left-hander played the game with passion remembering their on-field duels.

What a legend of a guy, what a legend of a cricketer, geez, we had our battles in the field, but a terrific guy on and off the field. Played with absolute heart and passion. That’s what Test cricket is all about – And even different formats of the game as well. We were also teammates, playing for the Kings XI Punjab in the first IPL, back in 2008. A terrific guy. Congratulations, Mate! I’m looking forward to celebrating and catch up next” said Lee.

 

Former England skipper Kevin Pietersen also congratulated the Lankan legend on his recent achievement. He hailed the former Lankan skipper as a great player and a hero of Sri Lanka.

Kumar Sangakkara inducted into the Hall of Fame, it just makes me smile. Great person, a great player, wonderful for the game. And he just does so much. He is a hero in Sri Lanka. He is a hero around the world. Buddy congratulations, amazing. Quite outstanding. What an achievement. You and your family must be so proud of you and I know how much it means to you ” said Pietersen. 

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